myelinated nerve fiber

Axons of neurons encased in a lipoproteinaceous material called myelin. (MeSH).

Type Nerve
Parent Structure nerve fiber
FMA ID 5915

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What is the myelinated nerve fiber?
Axons of neurons encased in a lipoproteinaceous material called myelin. (MeSH).

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